Archived listing. The details below describe a past opening.
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to support financial operations for a Contract position based in Seattle, Washington. This role will help maintain timely and accurate processing across payables, receivables, procurement, and commission-related activities while contributing to strong financial controls. The ideal candidate will bring a detail-oriented approach, sound judgment, and the ability to work collaboratively across teams to improve accuracy and efficiency.
Responsibilities:
- Manage day-to-day accounts payable activities, including invoice coding, payment processing, and maintaining accurate transaction records.
- Review accounts receivable, procurement, and commission workflows to help ensure financial operations run smoothly and meet organizational standards.
- Prepare, verify, and process commission calculations using relevant sales and business data to ensure accurate payouts.
- Support updates to AP, AR, and commission processes and systems by coordinating testing, validating results, and confirming operational readiness.
- Analyze financial and operational data to identify trends, resolve discrepancies, and provide insights that support business decisions.
- Contribute to the development and rollout of procurement-related practices and procedures to strengthen operational consistency.
- Partner with internal stakeholders to streamline workflows, improve data quality, and implement practical process enhancements.
- Assist with audit activities, maintain compliance with internal controls, and support adherence to applicable financial requirements.
- Complete monthly reconciliations and provide support for cash forecasting and related financial analysis.
- Experience in accounts payable with hands-on responsibility for invoice coding, payment processing, and account reconciliation.
- Working knowledge of accounts payable principles, including ACH transactions, check runs, and accurate financial recordkeeping.
- Proficiency with Workday and comfort navigating financial systems to process transactions and review data.
- Ability to code invoices accurately and investigate discrepancies with strong attention to detail.
- Familiarity with accounts receivable and related financial operations in a fast-paced business environment.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data, identify issues, and support process improvements.
- Effective communication skills and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams on operational and financial priorities.